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Therapeutic Communication & Teaching/Learning
Communication and Teaching/Learning Techniques
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Nursing
Undergraduate 1
09/13/2010

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Term

never ask ____ questions

a) when

b) where

c) how

d) why

Definition
d) why
Term
best responses always give client more____
Definition
time to talk
Term
it is ok to ask yes/no questions

True or False
Definition
False
Term
never promote ____ or _____ behavior from the client
Definition
defensive or confrontational
Term
therapeutic communication benefits client's health status in 3 ways
Definition
gives information, controls pain, investigates feelings
Term
Phases of the Helping Relationship (4)
Definition
1. preinteraction phase
2. introductory phase
3. working phase
4. termination phase
Term
Preinteraction phase of the Helping Relationship
Definition
nurse:
-reviews pt information
-considers areas of concern
-develops plan for interaction
Term
Introductory Phase of the Helping Relationship
Definition
-open the relationship
-clarify problem
-structure and formulate contract
Term
Working Phase of the Helping Relationship
Definition
-explore and understand thoughts and feelings associated w/problem
-facilitate and take action
Term
Termination Phase of Helping Relationship
Definition
-accept feelings of loss
-end relationship without feelings of anxiety or dependence
Term
Behaviors that indicate Caring (6)
Definition
1)provision of information
2)relief of pain
3)spending time with clients and families
4)promoting client autonomy (giving power to client)
5)anticipating needs
6)treating client in courteous manner
Term
keep ___, ___ and ____ open
Definition
eyes, ears, heart
Term
characteristics of therapeutic relationship (15)
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Definition
1.rapport
2.trust
3.empathy
4.respect
5.compassion
6.acceptance
7.genuineness
8.concreteness
9.confidentiality
10.flexibility
11.self-awareness
12.hope
13.humor
14.silence
15.crying
Term
Components of the Communication Process (4)
Definition
1.sender
2.channel
3.receiver
4.feedback
Term
Modes of Communication (7)
Definition
1. verbal messages
2. nonverbal messages
3. facial expressions
4. posture
5. gestures
6. touch
7. physical appearance
Term
Factors Influencing Communication (4)
Definition
1. perception
2. cultural context
3. space and distance
4. time
Term
Types of Space and Distance (4)
Definition
1. intimate
2. personal
3. social
4. public
Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques


Providing General Leads

(examples)

Definition

"And then what?"

"Where would you like to begin?"

"Perhaps you would like to talk about.."

Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

 

Being Specific and Tentative

(examples)

Definition

"Rate your pain on a scale of 1-10"

"You seem unconcerned about your diabetes"

Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

 

Using Open Ended Questions

(examples)

Definition

"I'd like to hear more about that"

"Tell me about..."

"How do you feel now?"

Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

 

Seeking Clarification

(examples)

Definition

"I'm not sure I understand what you're saying"

"Would you tell me more?"

Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

 

Offering Self

(examples)

Definition

"We can sit here quietly for awhile.  We don't need to talk unless you'd like to."

 

"I'll stay with you until your daughter arrives."

Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

 

Reflecting

(examples)


Definition

Client- "Do you think I should tell my husband?"

Nurse- "You seem unsure about telling your husband"

Term

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

 

Summarizing and Planning

(examples)

Definition

"Tomorrow afternoon we may explore this further"

 

"During the past half hour we have talked about.."

Term
Guidelines for Documentation (13)
Definition
-date and time
-timing
-legibility
-permanence
-accepted terminology
-correct spelling
-signature
-accuracy
-sequence
-appropriateness
-completeness
-conciseness
-legal prudence
Term
Domains of Learning (3)
Definition
1. cognitive knowledge
2. affective disposition (emotions)
3. psychomotor (skills)
Term
Stating Outcomes for Teaching/Learning
Definition
-state the "client will"
-reflect a measurable activity
-add conditions/modifiers to clarify how behavior will be performed
-specify time by which learning will have occured
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